Which do you prefer? Some bits and bobs didn’t fit into this video - it would have been an hour long haha but I should mention recording ProRes internally is a great tick in the GH6 column! Did I miss anything else? 📸

I've found your channel just a week a go and I'm already addicted to your videos. Beautiful flow of information without the needy KZfaqr attitude and excellent sample footage make you the queen of MFT. Thank you!

As always, excellent quality review and comparison! Your videos always makes me excited because you really show your love towards cameras and contents in your reviews.

Good comprehensive summary and comparison Emily!

great job of covering so many pertinent aspects of use and performance, thanks 👍

thanks so much for this lovely comparison.

Love the nighttime sample shots!

That was marvellous, thanks for sharing.

One of the best and so nice review 😊😊😊😊 great job.

Great video! Thank you! 🙏🏼

Nice video Emily. Really interesting. I like your hoodie!

Congrats to your collab with mpb ;-)

Cameras aside I love your channel, and especially how you appear to reply to every single comment.

Thanks for the comparison

Nice review. Thank you! 👍 There might be a small mistake on the crop info 8:00. From the specs sheet 4k 30 fps should also be available in fullframe mode. Which is probably quite important for many users.

Already picked up the s5 mark 2 yesterday. Soooo excited…

Great video thank you !

Hey Emily do you know there’ll be a MFT with phase AF? Coz I have GH5 and S5 I love them. But I’ll upgrade the S5II and now I want a new MFT with better AF coz I have the 10-25mm 1.7 and is so good but now I don’t use it coz I neeed to update my GH5.

I really enjoy watching your videos. You're quite fun! I love my S5, GH5, GH4 and GX85. I'm saving my pennies for the S5IIX. Panasonic is doing such a nice job in creating tools for us creators.

Your reviews have become so good. I have enjoyed your on camera personality for some time and have noticed a real progression in the quality of your content. Thanks very much and have a great 2023. I am a G9 MFT Nerd :) I'm very interested in seeing the next (PDAF?) iteration of the GH6 mainly because I have a good selection of MFT lenses, although I would very much enjoy a FF sensor camera for stills. I could buy the next MFT body if improvements warrant it BUT to invest in a FF system would be difficult for me to justify since there would be such a large additional lense investment. Something seems to be going on because I can currently purchase the new GH6 body for $2K CDN which is a substantial price reduction, even cheaper than buying from the U.S.. Makes me think GH6 ii is coming.

Some love for this channel! 👌

Excellent video! I’m currently using a G7 for my livestreams. I’d love to have the S5 II, but that it is going to have to wait several months. Though, I’m intrigued if the S1H II will finally be the end all of cameras.

Thank you for this comparison video, I am a GH6 shooter so it is good to know these facts. With my GH6 I am starting to look at PL Mount lenses to supplement my bag of vintage glass to prep for the future if I ever decide to add a non-MFT camera to my arsenal again. I believe with the open gate 5.7/ 5.8 modes available in high quality codecs it is a worthwhile investment in some new flavors of glass.

Great Video. Thank you. Switching from Canon to Pana Lumix S5 II and 2 bodies, would you recommend 2x S5 II and also with Sigma 60-600mm for Tele or 1x S5II and 1x GH6 with 100-400mm as Tele and for video and photo?

Hi there - Thank you for this review. While I am a novice to the technical functionality you explained, the visual demos you provided were very helpful. I am self-learning cinematography and I want to buy a camera dedicated to this and knowing the GH6 does not need a tripod for stabilization is great. They both seem to be amazing cameras and a big step up from an iphone. Thanks again💫

What a great video :) you made a great KZfaq video about this. Very interesting. So many things to compare to this topic, the Codecs etc. GH6 can as far as I know much higher bitrates as the S5ii.

Thanks Emily! At this point in time I’d choose the GH6 as I’m sticking with M4/3. But truthfully I’d choose neither as I’m holding out for a G9 upgrade. I’m more photo centric so the GH6 is too much video camera for my needs.

Thank you! ❤

great job!

I've been eating up content about the S5ii since it came out. For the few extra features, I'm holding off until the S5iix comes out. Loved your side-by-side comparison. Thanks!

Been keeping an eye on both cameras and they're competitively priced which always makes me look up comparison vids lmao!

a mixture from the best of both cameras packed into a new G9 mark II and I'm all in!

U are awesome, thank U for that video!!!

It was a very useful comparison. Personally, I shoot video with BGH1, it has half stop of DR more than GH5, most in manual focus. For autofocus on gimbal got A7IV. I hope m43 hybrid AF comes in GH7 would be easier to match colors and put it on gimbal.

Great video, hopefully have them both at some point. The photo at 7:41 is outstanding. Let me know if that pic is ever for sale... Keep up the good work.

Excellent breakdown Emily. Going to be a stuck record though and chime with other commenters waiting on a G9 II 😅 the GH6 is too video focussed to suit me as a hybrid shooter who leans more heavily to photo, but I'm too invested in glass to make the switch to full frame - plus, love the size of M43 kit for travel and documentary photography! Saying that, were I camera-less and looking for my first system, I would be strongly considering the S5 II. The step up in autofocus takes Panasonic from a great offering with faults to a fantastic offering.

I am interested in the S5ii because it is a true hybrid high-level camera. I will use it professionally for very normal video work (handheld) and mainly for indoor photography. I need a relatively small set-up for producing simple things but in good quality and in quick workflows (pre selected LUTs!). I guess I will only get by with 2-3 standard lenses. But for my personal photography I think m43 is so great because there are so many different lenses. You can cater for every genre, at least on a hobby fun level. I love having different camera setups with my G9 + zoom lenses and my old GX8 + primes. Even though the G9 is still a very good choice for its price (DPReview TV just mentioned it), it's time for a successor, definitely for the GX series.

i love your videos because of the structure you use when it comes to comparing!!! awesome!!! question....im really trying to find a very..suitable..reliable CF express card type B for my GH6. which BRAND and SPEED do you recommend and i just want a 128GB by the way. please and thank you :) this is for recording MOV and ProRes.

Thank you Emily, I’m on the fence, I already have all lenses for the gh6 but would love to get into full frame, so not sure which one to get. I have a GH5m2 and a G9

We got an S5ii for the business to compliment the gh6. With minor colour correction the footage matches perfect. Overall having both of these on deck is 🔥

Thank you so much for this info. I believe I have made my decision…

My GH6 surprised me this past weekend. This was the first time I took it out without the GH5M2, which tended to by my primary camera for general photos. Anyways, when I got home, I found that a number of photos I took with the flash unit attached came out dark, and that's when I discovered that Lumix cameras always go to base ISO when using flash. What really surprised me, though was in editing the photos, I brought up the exposure by 3 to 4 stops, and they were VERY CLEAN, without much noise at all. Granted, the blacks in the photos were outside the GH6's dynamic range and had a green tint, but that was easy enough to correct. Bottom line, I got GREAT photos even when underexposed by 4 stops. Oh, something that most folks tend to forget -- the CFexpress card will handle everything the SD card can and more, so you can easily do dual-recording of every format the SD card can support.

I was waiting for tthis video. I was really close to buy the GH6 as I'm a GH5 user but S5II made me think about it again and I think I lean more towards to S5II, The last couple of years I began taking more photos than before and I think S5II is slitly better for that. The only downward I can find is that crop on 4K60fps on the S5II but it is 10bit something I missed from my Gh5 that is 8bit, from the flip side I have to buy new lensses from the beginning. Maybe I have to wait for the GS6 (their baby) 😁 Nice video Emily, cheers.

Your summing up is so perfect. S5 II is a content/business powerhouse (as was the orginal!). The GH6 is the most serious video creation tool you can buy under $30k. I've been a cinema shooter for 30 years; it still manages to blow me away 5 months in.

After 8 months do you lean towards one camera over the other? I leave for Japan early November and I have a gh5 and was thinking if I should wait more on the future of these cameras or pull the trigger. I RARELY travel like every 4-5 years. And so buying a camera now would be a dumb spontaneous buy or worth it. I typically use just 1 wide lens on a gimbal for broll and then have a 17.5mm voigtlander I use for the rest (sometimes use the zoom function). And yes 2 prime lenses with no autofocus but I LOVE the results I saw from this video on the s5ii. Makes me want to just pull the trigger and sell my Gh5 stuff asap lol. Thanks for the video.

Nice video, thanks ! What would be your choice of lenses for S5 ? What lens did you use in the first autofocus example ? The background on the S5 looked so creamy :)

Nice video Emily! I have the GH6 and I am thinking about getting a 2 camera for my wedding vid business. Do you recommend me to get the s5ii or another m4/3 camera? I see that you use both for photo and video, but in my case I only do video. Thanks for the advice and keep doing these awesome vids

Hi, Nice comparison! I think it’s difficult to choose between the two based on the specs. It’s not all about the camera body, but about the lenses too. If you have the lenses for the GH6, what will bring you the S5II apart the AF performance? And vice versa, if you are packed with FF lenses, why go with the GH6 apart for the high frame rate? I already have the pair of Fujinon MK, the 10-25 & 25-50mm f.17, the 12-35 & 35-100mm, and the 50-200mm f2.8-4, and a Veydra 12mm. I’m quite happy at this moment. At this point, I was thinking of getting the S5IIX with the 18mm & the 35mm f1.8 to get the extra amount of light for dark situations. Even those lenses are not that great fully open. I think that is where the S5II should stand out compared to the GH6. So, in the end, the two could complement each other if you have the right lenses for them. When doing comparison, we should also select the best lenses for each of the cameras to emphasis their strengths otherwise, the comparison will be biased, IMO. Because what matters is the whole setup, not just one element.

Great Review! I having a hard to decide. I still using GH3. Was going for the S5iix because of full frame. But what the point if it crops and doubles my lens. I ll be shooting mostly at 4k 60P

Ha! Yes, I love my GH5 as well. Lots of good info here. Appreciated!

Great video. Thank you. I am a Panasonic S5 Mark II user and I have one question: is there a way to play or review photos jumping from 10 to 10 photos, like in Canon or Sony?

so glad i discovered this channel a few days ago. persuaded me to finally buy a mirrorless 4/3rds camera. (lumix g7 as thats what i could afford right now) fingers crossed i can get a s5ii by the end of the year. it's also nice to see another female filmmaker/freelancer in the manchester area!

The killer feature of the GH6 is the wide range of affordable lenses. I am hoping Pany will release two new m43 cameras in 2023, 1) G9 II for those who need a pro and don't mind a huge body, 2) GX9 II / GX10 for the rest of us 😁

So nice video,,, thanks for sharing this vedio

Great comparison - I can see why it took so long to make 🤣😂 you didn’t leave any stone unturned !

Thank you for this! I'm looking for some that will do video and photography well with room to grow into. I'm leaning towards the S5ii. I'm curious though how did you get the ISO so high on those gorgeous low light shots! 10,000?? 🤯

The S5ii is the best panasonic has in terms of a one camera does it all, it'll appeal to a lot of people prepared to jump into a new system. The GH6 seems to be aimed at m43 users who needs to deliver in 4k or vertical format where the 5.7k opens up post cropping doors. It's overkill for me where I'm delivering in 1080p typically. Personally I would love it if Panasonic just came up with something like a GH5 mk3 where it has the dual gain feature of the GH5S, kept the IBIS with the added phase detect AF, maybe throw in a few extra h.265 codecs but otherwise that would be perfect for someone who wants a video centric camera and doesn't need to deliver in 4k.

At Sky Captain Media, we mainly shoot with our GH5s on or off gimbles. Recently purchased a BMPPC6k, but I'm seriously looking to sell our GH5s for the S6. What do you think ?

An AF comparison with S5.2 and OM1 would be useful to compare PDAF focus.

I can't wait for the GH7 if it will include the new focus and maintain awesome image stabelization.

Came to the video with high hopes to finally decide which camera will be my next one but after watching this video.. now I want both 😢😢😢

Have you tried the Zcam e2 m4? It has better slow mo than the Gh6 and probably better low light. No stabe though 😥 it's a cinema camera. It's only 1500 though

I have four panasonic gh5s,I use them for video recording of weddings.I use a Nikon d850 for photography. He is too heavy with his lenses. I need a camera to replace the Nikon in some situations. For example, for weddings. I have panasonic 12 - 35 and 35 - 100 lenses, as well as olympus 7 -14 (2.8)... Which camera would you recommend considering that I have these lenses that I have listed?

Awesome comparison Emily! The S5II is definitely a close to perfect KZfaq camera. The GH6 on the other hand is the superior film making tool, but not the perfect camera either 😅

Brill video Emily 👍

Hi. Good comparison. I have a similar set (GH6 for over a year + S5IIX for 2 weeks) and I switched from GH5. Comparing the two cameras, I agree with almost everything you say in the video. From myself, I will only add that my work style and needs (90% video and 10% photos) mainly in a sensible light and if the gh6 had phase autofocus at the level of the s5IIx, I would have to think hard whether to buy FF at all (I film interiors - churches , temples and macro - insects, plants) and I get to max 3200 iso and gh6 gives me peace of mind. I am also satisfied with the photos (RAW because jpg are average straight from the camera) and how much you can get out of the shadow from the photos from this camera in graphics programs. Full frame has a few points of advantage (ISO, Dynamic Range, Phase Autofocus for video, better bokeh for the same F-number of the lens) but the GH6 is a filming beast. Panasonic probably built them that way on purpose - they complement each other in the hands of a conscious photo / video creator - where gh6 is weak (autofocus, greater ISO noise, smaller dynamic range) there full frame shines - where s5iiX can't do it (high video frames, macro, wild nature) is gh6 strong. Times like this - you have to have both.

nice!

I shot a feature film with the GH5, so I love Panasonic. Especially for its skin tones. As a filmmaker, I am looking for features that benefit me. I recently picked up the Sony FX30. But, the S5ii is really pulling me back to Panasonic. Not only for the price point, but, the fact that Panasonic has better skin tones. Whereas with Sony, I almost always have to tweak the skin tones in post. So, I am seriously looking at the S5ii. Panasonic FINALLY woke up and brought PDAF to their line of cameras. EDIT: PS. I get all of my used gear from MPB.

Love the Seahawks hat 👍

I'm keeping my S1 for now, the S5II has some flaws with the regular profiles and I don't use VLOG.

Also...I always wondered: Wouldn't it be cool if the cam had a bluetooth interface which would allow to connect ANY bluetooth mic to the camera?

The “5.7k, why would you even bother” line in regards to the GH6, are you insinuating that it’s a redundant recording type? Is there a benefit if using it? Like reframing? Pans in post with the extra wiggle room etc?

Can Panasonic also bring REAL TIME LUT in GH6 in an update? It is annoying how they are concentrating on only G9ii and S5ii

agree…gh6 stabilization very slightly better. As for AF the S5ii much faster, but for anything not having a lot of back and forth…studio work etc both work well (so does my g9). And if you use mostly MF for video then not an issue. Do enjoy fact you can do more in the way of editing in camera….the more work you can do there the better. Either camera likely too much for my needs, still learning so much with what I have! Well done video!

I would prefer the S5ii if it was MFT, haha. I only carry the S5 when I really need low light or as a secondary camera. The absolute size of those lenses! On a side note... as you say "didn't take a tripod", there is a tripod head poking out of your backpack at 7:43 😅. I know that's back in the UK, but I found it funny regardless. Oh and regarding the punch-in: apparently the S5ii doesn't have (nor a replacement for) the AF-Point Scope. Sorry about waffling on!

I'm happy with my choice with the GH5m2. The GH5m2 is the best of the GH6 (fast uncropped 4K60) and S5IIX (live streaming and dual sd-cards)

Just a suggestion to anyone buying a new camera they also look in to lens selection and pricing. Lens choices for the S5 II still lag behind the GH6, but they are improving.

Great review : Full of useful info and insights! Thank you! ( BTW isn't it time we told the Americans that it's called Jelly !? ;-) )

Hi, I bought s5 but struggling how to zoom with app

omg a Manchester KZfaqr.... wow!!! and YEAH!!

GH series stabilzation is legendary. S5ii stabilzation is in another world considering Full Frame

Is it just me or who would be up for a G80 MK2? So basically a G(X)80 with the 20 MP sensor, 4k60 and PFAD :-)

Also the gh5 can get 10 bit color and better iso handling when recording to an SD card if you record in mp4 HEVC h.265 video!

Hai notato che gh6 quando hai un post focus per passare ad un front focus ha un escursione verso il front per poi fermarsi sul fuoco..tutto ok se invece è l'inverso ha un problema il fuoco continua fino al fine corsa del post per poi ripartire verso il soggetto in front per cercare il fuoco 😢😢così facendo è poco naturale e mette in evidenza un grosso errore che panasonic potrebbe correggere con un firweare?

Nice test however I think the comparison fell very short when you were doing the jelloo test (it was non existent)- I would have loved to have seen that done properly. You would be surprised by the winner, if you did a motion test, maybe if you filmed a quick pan shot or both cameras in a car filming from the side while the car is moving fast.

None of the results "shocked " me.. but It's very interesting to see really how good the GH-6 is...in the hands of a skilled user. There was a feeling of..."meh" from several reviewers on the 6 when it came out and even some question about it's capability as a stills shooter. I think we can say from deep divers like you that it really is a step up camera and hopefully a portent of things to come. Perhaps a new S1 type will have S5II performance+ with GH6 screen options. For me.. I would love to see the GH6 sensor,,,S5II processor and AF... Leica inspired rangefinder body all wrapped up in a new M4/3 platform (GX10??) for all my Pana-Leica glass to happily live out their days on.. Too much to ask??

I bought the GH6 in 2022 and will be using it for years.

My biggest gripe is how small the S5ii is. Like how is a full frame camea smaller than a micro 4/3 camea? Upgrading from a GH5 I wanted a more beefier feel knowing Im in full frame now. This almost made me get the S1H instead

Waiting for the GH6II with PDAF to be released. Any time now.......

Quick question for gh6 stabilization. What works best for walking shots/gimbal style shots - e-stabilization on or off?

when shooting open gate on the GH6 (i assume its whats called anamorphic mode on my GH5) does the IBIS become less effective? .. As i am experiencing that on my GH5.

Which one should I get if doing travel videos on KZfaq but also want to crop footage in 9:16 for social media without losing quality of video?

I've been thinking for a long time for a gh6 but only for video, and it looks really sharp even better than FF. Autofocus a professional video maker uses it manual focus with piking. Gh6 top!!

Did you adjust settings on GH6 to be quicker focus or use defaults?

What lenses did you use on both cameras in this video? Did they have O.I.S.? S5 ii says that it has 5 stops on IBIS and 6.5 with a compatible OIS lense. I don't know what's the number on Gh6 though.

On a sidenote, I imagine it’s the same on a GH6, but on my GH5’s if you dig down into the menus you can adjust the sensitivity and speed of the autofocus. Also, GH6 does have dual native iso, it’s 400 and 2500.

I sold my Lumix G9 and picked up a Sony a7sIII but I'm still going to buy the GH6 as the price is starting to drop here in Australia. Or I might just wait and see if Lumix brings out a GH6MK2 with the new awesome AF system. The GH6 is just an all round beast :) Just the AF kinda pushed me to the a7sIII.

Hi, I have a question, I'm planning to buy a camera, I don't know what to choose, lumix s5 ii or gh6 I need it for weddings, but the problem is that most of the shooting is outside in high temperatures, maybe 40 degrees, which of these models has better cooling your opinion thanks in advance 

yes panasonic is good in low ligth, autofucos. the density of the sun light can maintained by panasonic lumix than the other one. Panasonic can dimmed the light of the sun to have a great pictures you have and maintained the clarity of the pictures and produced colorful pictures in crispies than the other canon.or cameras

Which one would be the best for shooting music promo videos and music videos ? I’m pretty new to all this.